Recurring revenue can make a creator business less dependent on launches, sponsors, or unpredictable platform payouts. The platform behind that revenue still matters. It controls how people subscribe, where they access paid content, what fees come out of each payment, and how much of the customer relationship the creator owns. Patreon and Substack lean on…
Creators ask two questions more than almost anything else once a product is ready: where to sell digital products, and what the best platform to sell digital products actually is. In 2026, the options are broader than ever, but most guides online are still a random list of tools or a surface-level overview that skips…
Podcast marketing includes everything you do to help the right people discover your show, understand what it is about, and come back for the next episode. Developing the right podcast marketing strategies is crucial for the success of your show. If nobody knows your podcast exists, growth is slow and motivation is hard to sustain….
We’ve shipped a set of meaningful upgrades to Beamly over the past few weeks – focused on helping you automate more, publish better, and manage your workflows even faster. Here are the highlights: Zapier integration Beamly now connects to Zapier, so you can automate workflows across thousands of apps. You can now trigger automations and…
Are you looking for some inspiration in order to build your own podcast website? Creating a website for a client or just launching a new podcast? Podcast websites are our expertise and passion here at Beamly. As we’re building the best website platform for podcasters, we have also curated a list with some of the top…
Creating a website for your podcast is a great idea. It helps establish a brand for your show, grow your audience, publish more content, and communicate with listeners directly. If you’re looking to create a podcast website, the big question is which podcast website builder is best for you. Sure, it is possible to build…
Podcasting is growing. The story in 2026 is more nuanced than “more podcasts every year.” There are millions of podcast feeds across the web, yet only a small fraction publish consistently, and video is reshaping how people discover and consume shows. This guide collects the most useful podcast statistics for 2026. We’ll cover key questions…
YouTube is a great place to post your videos and gain a following. It’s the most popular video platform in the world, with over 2 billion monthly logged-in users visiting YouTube. But if you’re relying on YouTube alone, it’s harder to control the viewer journey, build a brand, and turn casual viewers into loyal subscribers….
Podcast monetization doesn’t just mean “getting sponsors” or including ads during your show. Monetization can help you build a sustainable business with recurring revenue – a revenue engine that supports the show without making listeners feel like they’re being abused by ads or other monetization efforts. Some podcasts thrive on ads. Others do better with…
Are you considering starting a podcast? Whether you’re at the planning stage or already recording episodes, coming up with strong podcast ideas is one of the most important steps towards long-term growth. The podcast landscape is crowded! (with over 4.5 million shows in 2026). Standing out requires more than just good equipment and enthusiasm. The…
